Welcome to Grace!

﻿The people of Grace Lutheran welcome you to our community, congregation, and this webpage. We are a people who share a common faith in God. We come together because we are a people called to life through God's promise in Holy Baptism.

We hope you will have a warm and spirit-filled experience with us as we worship and fellowship together here in Dawson.

Watson Lutheran ChurchThere will be a Potato Klub Dinner on Sunday, March 17th. Serving 11:00 am-1:00 pm with a Quilt raffle and /Baked goods. Adults $8 Children (12 & under) $3. Take outs are available

Radio and Bulletin Sponsorship Openings are available to sponsor the bulletins or radio broadcast. Bulletins are $30.00 and the radio broadcast is $50.00. Call the church office if you would like to reserve a date.

Dinner and Worship in LentPlease join us for a meal and worship this Lent! Our Lenten Supper is at 6:00 pm and Lenten Services begin at 7:00 pm. Free will offering to the youth fund. The menu for March 20th is Hamburger corn hotdish, rolls and bars.

LqP Conference Assembly The LqP Conference Assembly at Watson Lutheran Church has been rescheduled to April 7th. Delegates are still needed from Grace to represent our congregation. If interested please see Pastor Kendall.

Lenten Book StudyThe Lenten theme this year in on prayer. You may pick up your book today ($10) and join a small group that will be studying the book together for the next 6 weeks. Gather together with your own group or join any of the groups listed below. Books are availableWednesday, March 6th – April 10th 6-7am, Grace HallWednesday, March 6th – April 10th 6-7pm, Felowship LoungeMondays, March 11th – April 15th 2-3pm, Fellowship Lounge

LQP Women of the ELCAWill be hosting their Spring Gathering on April 16th at First English Lutheran, Ortonville. Speaker is Pete Christopher, resource director and marketing manager for Habitat for Humanity.

Midweek Communion If you find that Sunday morning worship is difficult for you, try coming for communion and fellowship at our mid-week communion in Grace Hall. The next service is April 2nd at 2:30 pm. This time of Holy Worship includes hymns, prayers, communion and a brief meditation.

Lost JacketThere was a long, blue jacket accidentally taken the night of the Thanksgiving Dinner. There is one similar on the coat rack in Grace Hall. Please check to see if you mistakenly took the wrong jacket.

Radio & Bulletin SponsorshipOpenings are available to sponsor the bulletins or radio broadcast in 2019. Bulletins are $30.00 and the radio broadcast is $50.00. Call the church office if you would like to reserve a date.

Worship ParticipantsWe are looking for members wishing to assist in worship. These opportunities include: Usher, Lector, Greeters, Media Tech (2nd Service), Grace Choir, Praise Team, and Communion Assistant. Anyone wishing to share their talents and abilities or would like more info can sign up or contact the church office. For those who are already on our talent & abilities lists you do not need to sign up again. Thank you for prayerfully considering these opportunities.

Bereavement SupportRice Hospice will be offering Healing Hearts Bereavement Support Groups for individuals who have experienced loss. Support groups are held in Clarkfield and Willmar. For more information call (320)231-4450.

Respite Care Providers Needed Respite Care is the term used to refer to the act of leaving a loved one with special needs in the temporary care of anther party. Respite care may help children by lowering the stress level at home. Typical recipients of respite care are special needs children with mental health needs, developmental disabilities or physical disabilities, but it is becoming increasingly common for the elderly as well. Please contact LqP Family Services at 320-598-7594 if you are interested or have questions. Please specify the population you would feel most comfortable with. Thank you!

Electronic GivingGrace Lutheran is pleased to announce that we now offer electronic giving as a way to automate your regular offering. Electronic giving is convenient for you and provides much-needed donation consistency for our congregation. To set up an electronic giving schedule you can either complete a paper authorization form or simply click on the "Online Giving" link below. As you contemplate future contributions, please consider electronic giving. Thank you!

Grace Lutheran's Mission FocusGrowing in FaithReaching out in LoveAwakened to God's Presence Centered in ChristEveryone is Welcome!